A striking evidence of ignorance by various Governments and its departments for keeping the heritage zones in Thiruvananthapuram city clean, Sreevaraham and Mithranandapuram ponds are few among them. But finally there are some good news for heritage lovers of Thiruvananthapuram. Thiruvananthapuram Corporation has initiated a project to clean both ponds on an emergency basis.A total amount of Rs 14 lakhs is alloted for the 1st phase of the project. The 1st phase includes cleaning the pond and construction of sidewalls and beautification of its surroundings. The Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation K.Chandrika has inagurated the project.